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How do i know if my child has asthma if he coughs a lot?
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Hints: If he coughs when he runs, horse around, or laughs, these are suggestive of asthma. He may also cough at night. The presence of wheezing would also helps.
Answered 8/5/2013
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Detailed evaluation: He needs to be evaluated by his pcp to r/o other causes of a prolonged cough besides asthma.
Answered 8/6/2013
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